Overview
Administrative Assistant Jobs in Boston, MA at Shawmut Services LLC
Title: Administrative Assistant
Company: Shawmut Services LLC
Location: Boston, MA
About Shawmut Services
Shawmut Services provides operational, administrative, and personnel management services that power grassroots mobilization programs for campaigns, organizations, and progressive firms. We help our clients and partners effectively recruit, hire, manage, and scale their teams so they can focus on getting results.
Position Title: Administrative Assistant
Reporting Structure: VP of Operations
Rate of Pay: $22/hour
Job Classification: Part time, non-exempt
Schedule: Part time
Location: Remote
Benefits: Part-time employees of Shawmut Services are not currently eligible for company-sponsored health benefits. In accordance with Massachusetts law, Part-Time employees are eligible for paid sick time
Role Description
Shawmut Services LLC is seeking a talented and driven individual to join our team in the role of Administrative Assistant who will be responsible for handling and responding to incoming business correspondence. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for inquiries, both physical mail and electronic correspondence, from federal, state and local agencies in regard to wage garnishment, unemployment insurance, and employment history.
Key Responsibilities
Mail pick-up: Periodically travel to office locations in Newburyport & Boston to pick up physical mail
Mail Management: Sort and categorize incoming physical mail; respond to inquiries, requests, and correspondence as required
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all incoming and outgoing mail and correspondence, including tracking deadlines, follow-up dates, and important notes
Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with discretion and in compliance with privacy and confidentiality policies
Other administrative tasks as assigned by management
Qualifications
Proven experience in administrative or office management roles, preferably handling business mail and digital correspondence
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with care
Must be comfortable using a computer and be able to pick up and understand new software quickly
Must possess a cell phone, laptop, and reliable internet connection
A reliable means of transportation is required
Experience or ability to utilize Google Workspace
Essential Physical Requirements
As this is a remote position, the individual in this position must be able to communicate with colleagues and partners via phone, including conference and video calls, as well as written communication such as email.
Must be able to reliably and independently travel to Boston and Newburyport.. Standard IRS mileage reimbursement will be provided.
This position requires vision and hearing abilities.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Shawmut Services is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, racial and social justice. BIPOC candidates, and people from all communities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are enthusiastic about this role and uncertain whether your past experience aligns with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Our hiring processes and our work culture offer support and flexibility for staff with a variety of needs. Should you experience an accessibility barrier in the application and interview process with Shawmut Services, please let us know by contacting [email protected].
To learn more about Shawmut Services’ commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), please view our full statement here.
